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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 79 total documented species.
Convergent Lady Beetle
Southern Prairie Lizard
Mule Deer


Hunt Bumble Bee
Antelope

Pinyon Pine

Wild Onion
Syrphid Fly
Mourningcloak


Sticky Gilia

Horehound


Plains Pricklypear
Bumble Bee


Plains Gayfeather
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Union County County, New Mexico
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Union County County.
The Union County ecosystem supports 79 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Union County, New Mexico, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Clayton, Union County hosts 18% more species diversity. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 33 Union County County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.